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Thornleigh Salesian College
Bolton·North West·VA School
SecondaryVA SchoolAges 11–18Co-edRoman Catholic
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Thornleigh Salesian College is a secondary voluntary-aided school in Bolton, North West. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this voluntary-aided school and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
In terms of academic performance, Thornleigh Salesian College has a Progress 8 score of -0.22 (below the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 44.8, 64% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of C+.
The school has a teacher turnover rate of 16.8%, 27% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 9.4%.
After leaving Thornleigh Salesian College, student destinations include 63% going on to university and 6% entering apprenticeships.
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Thornleigh Salesian College has a Progress 8 score of -0.22, which is below the national average of 0. Progress 8 measures how much progress students make between the end of Key Stage 2 and their GCSE results, compared to students with similar starting points nationally.
The school's Attainment 8 score is 44.8. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
64% of students at Thornleigh Salesian College achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at Thornleigh Salesian College achieve an average A-Level grade of C+. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
Thornleigh Salesian College has an overall absence rate of 9.4%. The national average for secondary schools is approximately 5.5%.
The teacher turnover rate at Thornleigh Salesian College is 16.8%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
27% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
After leaving Thornleigh Salesian College, 63% go on to university and 6% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: April 2026
Thornleigh Salesian College was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in November 2019 (6 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Thornleigh Salesian College is overdue for reinspection.
A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. Around 65% of schools in England are rated Good, making it the most common rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Thornleigh Salesian College's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.
Ofsted data is displayed for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official Ofsted report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.
Crime Nearby
0/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
0/mo
NaN% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 11.2 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 6.7
Bus Stops
18
Within 500m
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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This inspection was 6 years ago. Schools are typically re-inspected every 4 years — this rating may no longer reflect the current school.
Parent View
Would Recommend
94%
Child is Happy
73%
Child Feels Safe
71%
Source: Department for Education / Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score. Small schools may show extreme percentages due to small sample sizes.